Description
Banh Mi Pizza is an exciting fusion dish that marries the vibrant flavors of Vietnamese banh mi with the comforting elements of Italian pizza. With a crispy crust topped with savory meats, pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs, each bite transports you to the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City. Perfect for gatherings or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers a flavor explosion that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 8 oz pork belly or chicken, sliced
- 1 cup pickled carrots and daikon radish
- 1 cup cucumber, sliced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro
- 3 tbsp sriracha sauce (to taste)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- Prepare your toppings: Season sliced pork or chicken with salt and pepper.
- Make the pickles: Combine equal parts vinegar and sugar with julienned carrots and daikon in a bowl; let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface into desired shape; transfer to parchment paper.
- Spread mayonnaise over the dough, add protein, layer pickled veggies and cucumber slices.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Finish with cilantro and a drizzle of sriracha before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vietnamese/Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg